6 things unsuccessful people do in the New Year

However, if you're going to start off on the right foot, you've
got to have a good strategy and mindset.

Business Insider spoke with Ryan Kahn, career coach and founder
of
The Hired Group and creator of the "How
To Get Hired" online course, about what not to do
come January.

Here are eight mistakes that unsuccessful people make in the New
Year — along with some advice on how to turn things around:

1. They don't reflect on their accomplishments

Many companies have performance reviews around this time, but
even if yours doesn't, take the time to think about all that
you've accomplished. Don't take your success for granted. "Take
the time to think back on the year critically before heading out
to holiday," Kahn says.

2. They forget to set goals

Kahn says it's important to think about your long-term goals and
short-term steps around the New Year. You're not setting yourself
up for success if you fail to sketch out some sort of path
forward.

3. They leave loose ends

Unsuccessful people allow work to spill into their free time over
the holidays. Try to celebrate the New Year by treating yourself
to a much-deserved break. "Spend the extra time now to make sure
you can enjoy worry-free time off," Kahn says.

4. They fail to disconnect

5. They neglect their network

Whether we're talking about loved ones or professional contacts,
it's important to maintain the relationships in your life.
Unsuccessful people fail to cultivate these connections.

"The holidays are the perfect excuse to send out cards or
check-in with contacts you may not have been in touch with as
much you'd like to be," Kahn says. "If you missed the opportunity
to send out holiday cards, consider sending out New Year's
greetings."